Buffalo, NYThe North RidgeSun, 18 Feb 2018 06:00:04 +0000Sun, 18 Feb 2018 06:00:04 +0000Jedi Council Forumshttp://boards.theforce.net/forums/buffalo-ny.10899/
Random ThoughtsSun, 18 Feb 2018 05:41:46 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/random-thoughts.9987904/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/random-thoughts.9987904/invalid@example.com (Solo42986)Solo42986
I was shopping at Target today and discovered that they had accidentaly put out the new line of Lego sets that aren't supposed to be released until next year (basically in the next 2 weeks ). Someone who worked there said that the sets were going to be removed until the time when they were supposed to be there. Just thought I would...

Random Thoughts]]>7756Whats your Theme song of the day?Sat, 17 Feb 2018 20:24:57 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/whats-your-theme-song-of-the-day.31080706/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/whats-your-theme-song-of-the-day.31080706/invalid@example.com (WookieeJedi)WookieeJedi704Potential Event Request - Feb 24 - Time TBDSat, 17 Feb 2018 18:53:05 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/potential-event-request-feb-24-time-tbd.50048451/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/potential-event-request-feb-24-time-tbd.50048451/invalid@example.com (Otto_den_Ktulu)Otto_den_Ktulu
This posting is more of a feeler for an event, than an actual event, as it is pretty short notice.

I was contacted by a friend of Jess' about a regular at the bar that he works at. He is having a Star Wars themed birthday party for his twin boys. They are huge fans of The Force Awakens, and would be ecstatic if Star Wars characters, specifically Rey and Kylo Ren, were able to appear at their birthday party.

I have not contacted the father yet, as I wanted to be sure that we would...

Potential Event Request - Feb 24 - Time TBD]]>4Starting a monthly Star Wars book clubFri, 16 Feb 2018 04:30:24 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/starting-a-monthly-star-wars-book-club.50048455/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/starting-a-monthly-star-wars-book-club.50048455/invalid@example.com (Wranderous)Wranderous
I’m new to the SW Buffalo forums. I love what the North Ridge does for Buffalo SW fans & charities. So great to have a fan group like this in Buffalo.

I recently got back into SW after a good 10 year hiatus & I’ve been reading all the new SW novels, comic books & watching the Rebels cartoon. Alot of the new SW books & material has been so great & I’ve been wanting to discuss it all with other fellow SW fans that have been keeping up w it as well. None of my friends really...

Starting a monthly Star Wars book club]]>3Event Request - Bisons Open House - March 10 - 8amThu, 15 Feb 2018 22:06:19 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/event-request-bisons-open-house-march-10-8am.50048419/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/event-request-bisons-open-house-march-10-8am.50048419/invalid@example.com (Otto_den_Ktulu)Otto_den_Ktulu
We have just been invited by the Bisons to appear at their annual Family Open House. They open their doors to season ticket holders and fans. The appearance would be from 9-12 with arrival starting at 8am. Of course, there will be lot parking, space for changing and storage, etc. It's the Bisons. they accommodate us wherever possible.

I know that this is the same day as the meeting, but it's for the Bisons, so please make yourself available to attend.

Please post your...

Event Request - Bisons Open House - March 10 - 8am]]>5Event Request - Feb 28 - 5pm - West Seneca East Middle SchoolThu, 15 Feb 2018 22:05:14 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/event-request-feb-28-5pm-west-seneca-east-middle-school.50048450/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/event-request-feb-28-5pm-west-seneca-east-middle-school.50048450/invalid@example.com (Otto_den_Ktulu)Otto_den_Ktulu
We have been invited to a quick appearance on Wednesday evening, Feb 28 at West Seneca East Middle School. They are having their own little Star Wars Night and screening A New Hope at 6:30. They have requested us for a short, 45 minute appearance to take pictures with the attendees. Nothing more than photos has been requested. If we deem it appropriate, I'm sure we could bring a back drop, but I don't really see that to be necessary.

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy using a hacked pirate satellite in a decaying orbit]]>5Hello! New HereSun, 11 Feb 2018 22:43:44 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/hello-new-here.50048354/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/hello-new-here.50048354/invalid@example.com (Greg Kashmanian)Greg Kashmanian
My main thing though is I collect and install Lightsabers. My collection is around 30 or so right now.

I have all sorts of canon, old EU and original hilts.

Honestly, I really don’t have friends here so I’m hopefully looking to make some with people who share my interests!]]>5Feb 10 - 9am-7pm - Buffalo Auto ShowSun, 11 Feb 2018 10:15:35 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/feb-10-9am-7pm-buffalo-auto-show.50047854/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/feb-10-9am-7pm-buffalo-auto-show.50047854/invalid@example.com (Otto_den_Ktulu)Otto_den_Ktulu
We have been invited to appear at the Buffalo Auto Show at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, on February 10. The event starts at 10, so I listed arrival at 9 to get changed. This is an all day event, so we can take this event in shifts if necessary.

This is the biggest auto show in Buffalo, with lots of the newest vehicles on display.

We will be able to bring in our table, and Han in Carbonite. I will arrange a drop off date and time with the organizers for Han...

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk]]>The Last Jedi--thoughts?Wed, 07 Feb 2018 18:53:45 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/the-last-jedi-thoughts.50047343/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/the-last-jedi-thoughts.50047343/invalid@example.com (jediprof)jediprof
I've now seen the Last Jedi twice. I thought it was great but somehow still preferred the Force Awakens as regards emotional impact. Having Han, Chewie, Leia, and a brief appearance by Luke in the film really tugged at my heartstrings. There were also a lot of things that stuck with me in the Force Awakens and I'm not sure if this film will have the same long-term...

The Last Jedi--thoughts?]]>18IntroSun, 04 Feb 2018 00:17:21 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/intro.50047725/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/intro.50047725/invalid@example.com (kafitz)kafitz
I'm Kate - I'm very new to the group. I have plans of crossplaying a few characters, specifically Hux and Poe. The biggest problem is that I'm not tall or thin as these characters are. If you're ok with a plus size Hux/Poe, I can't wait to do it! I'm also planning a review of all the movies to get a good idea for what I can also create. I'm friends with Erin (not sure of her name on here) who tends to cosplay Jyn Erso, and she's the one who's connected me to you all! I can't...

They have requested a performance again like last year’s. Training and perhaps some reciting from the Star Wars Shakespeare. We will need a PA and some microphones. I can provide all of that if needed.

Appearance starts at 11, so arrival and set up would be at 10.

Please select your availability as soon as possible. I is also on the Facebook group

Thank you!]]>27Annual Holiday & Anniversary PartySat, 27 Jan 2018 15:35:44 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/annual-holiday-anniversary-party.50047077/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/annual-holiday-anniversary-party.50047077/invalid@example.com (Mother_of_the_Twins)Mother_of_the_Twins
The price will be $30 per person, which includes dinner, pop & coffee, tax and gratuity. The menu will be available at our December meeting. Pre-payment will be required prior to the event. We will be accepting payments during the meeting (since so many folks will be attending), but this is not mandatory.

This is...

Annual Holiday & Anniversary Party]]>27May 12 - 9am - WNY Vision WalkThu, 25 Jan 2018 15:06:49 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/may-12-9am-wny-vision-walk.50047851/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/may-12-9am-wny-vision-walk.50047851/invalid@example.com (Otto_den_Ktulu)Otto_den_Ktulu
We have been invited back to attend the WNY Vision Walk. This event is near and dear to the heart of one our own - Jill. They loved our appearance last year, and I know that our members had a great time.

The event begins at 9am, and the walk begins at 10am. The whole event should be over by noon. The walk goes from Canalside down the Marina and back. All those who can walk are encouraged do, but it is not a requirement.

]]>25May 18-20 - Nickel City ConSun, 21 Jan 2018 20:41:19 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/may-18-20-nickel-city-con.50047853/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/may-18-20-nickel-city-con.50047853/invalid@example.com (Otto_den_Ktulu)Otto_den_Ktulu
We have been invited back to the Nickel City Con at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. We have had a blast the last two times we've done this, and we've arranged to do some pretty cool things at this one.

We will be appearing all three days, so this the the first of three days of event postings.

The first day, Friday 5/18 runs from 3pm to 8pm, so arrival would be at 2. We can do this day in shifts, so Please post what times you're able to do
The second day,...

The event itself is over Easter weekend, so it actually begins on Thursday March 29. I am not asking anyone to appear on this night, because, well, it's a Thursday.

I would ask that some people be able to appear on Friday night, however. I am still nailing down the exact times, but I've put times on as a reasonable estimate. I will update when I get them.

We've done this event several years running now, so...

March 30-31 - Buffalo Moto-Rama - Buffalo Niagara Convention Center]]>1Jan 13 - 10pm - Moonlight Bowling - CheektowagaSun, 14 Jan 2018 15:09:34 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/jan-13-10pm-moonlight-bowling-cheektowaga.50047814/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/jan-13-10pm-moonlight-bowling-cheektowaga.50047814/invalid@example.com (Otto_den_Ktulu)Otto_den_Ktulu
Sorry that this is coming out so late after polling was completed. I was shoring up details with the event planner, and life has been extremely busy the last few weeks.

We discussed this event at the December meeting, and voted on what date would be best for us to appear.

This event includes a 50/50 raffle that proceeds will go to Compass House. We are also able to set up our table, along with other donations.

We will be provided with free bowling the whole night through, so we...

January Meeting: Jan 6, 4pm-6pm ***DATE CHANGE***]]>24Lightsaber SuggestionsThu, 04 Jan 2018 13:30:50 +0000http://boards.theforce.net/threads/lightsaber-suggestions.50047223/
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/lightsaber-suggestions.50047223/invalid@example.com (Nubian-Jedi)Nubian-Jedi
I’m looking into making a Jedi (generic most likely) and I was curious about if anyone has suggestions for companies to commission sabers from. I was looking into doing a duel wield or possibly a duel bladed saber. I’m aware that it could be expensive, but I’m open to suggestions. Thanks!